Community Health Manager

Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina • Raleigh, NC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Health Manager leads the Food Bank’s efforts to address the intersection of food insecurity and health across our 34-county service area. This role manages innovative programs, including Food is Medicine initiatives, healthcare partnerships, and community-driven interventions, that reduce health disparities and improve access to nutritious foods. By collaborating with internal teams and external partners, the Manager strengthens systems that support equitable food access and advances the Food Bank’s mission to nourish people, build solutions, and empower communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, Public Health, or relevant field required. An equivalent combination of education and directly related professional experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
• ServSafe Manager’s Certification required or eligible to complete within 90 days of employment.
• 3+ years working with Food is Medicine, Medicaid, and social determinants of health.
• 4+ years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Leadership & Team Development – Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop individuals and teams; fosters a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work environment.
• Community Engagement Skills – Skilled at fostering trust, facilitating dialogue, and engaging diverse community members in program development and delivery.
• Collaborative Leadership – Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
• Systems Change & Problem-Solving – Skilled at identifying systemic barriers to food and health access and co-creating equitable, sustainable solutions in partnership with community members and healthcare providers
• Technical Proficiency – Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and comfortable learning new technology platforms (e.g., CRM, data reporting tools, inventory systems).
• Exceptional Communication Skills – Strong written, verbal, and presentation abilities; able to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling messages for diverse audiences.
• Analytical Thinking & Attention to Detail – Adept at gathering, interpreting, and applying data to improve programs and inform decision-making.
• Sound Judgment & Integrity – Demonstrates ethical decision-making, discretion, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Adaptability & Resilience – Thrives in dynamic environments, responds effectively to shifting priorities, and leads others through change.
• Planning & Organization – Able to set priorities, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Self-Directed & Accountable – Proactive, results-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accountability for outcomes.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license and excellent driving record.
• Mission Alignment – Deep belief in and dedication to the Food Bank’s mission, values, and community impact.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in nonprofit or mission-driven environments preferred.
• Equity & Social Justice Commitment – Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people and a demonstrated commitment to advancing social justice and food equity.

Responsibilities

• Support the organization in identifying and onboarding new initiatives that support Food is Medicine work and expand community partnerships across 34-county service area to enable mobilization of initiatives.
• Lead partnership development, program growth, and organization initiatives for all Healthcare and Community Health Programming.
• Supervise assigned staff to ensure timely and quality implementation of projects, programs, and interventions.
• Provide coaching and development opportunities to direct reports to build capacity and leadership.
• Manage the execution of all programmatic interventions and external collaborations for Community Health Programming (including but not limited to - Healthcare Partners, Health Coalitions, and other stakeholders) within 34-counties.
• Establish metrics and evaluate program effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative data.
• Participate in budget creation and ensure funding utilization for all programs and grants, maintain records for reporting, and provide quarterly reports to organizational leadership.
• Oversee all Community Health product inventory and materials to ensure program effectiveness across all 6 branches.
• Provide excellent customer service to all neighbors, staff, donors, partner agencies, volunteers, and the public.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager